Top South Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh City and Mekong Delta
There is a lot to see in the south of Vietnam, starting with one of the fastest growing cities in Asia; Ho Chi Minh City, and ending in the Mekong Delta. In these two places you will get to know…
Sin Destino Aparente
Marcos Silva
Hi, I'm Marcos.
One summer day I decided to go on a trip to Asia to see the world and I liked it so much that I ended up staying.Almost without realizing it I spent 8 years in Asia, most of the time living in China, learning Chinese, teaching English and traveling around countries like Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, India, Japan, ...Now I'm back in Spain, but I keep blogging whenever I can and I organize tours to China. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me:
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Koh Phi Phi: Maya Bay, the most famous beach in the world
After two days rainning in Phuket, but enjoying a very interesting Vegetarian Festival, we took a boat to Koh Phi Phi. A destination we had been looking forward to seeing since we arrived in Thailand and possibly one of the…
Phuket Vegetarian Festival and Self-mutilation: what is it about?
Arriving in Phuket by chance we come across the Phuket Vegetarian Festival, which surprised us more than the island itself for being the weirdest and most beastly festival we had ever seen. After our spectacular visit to the Khao Yai…
2 days in Khao Yai National Park: a life experience
Khao Yai National Park is possibly one of the best nature park in Thailand. Only 3 hours from Bangkok, the park is located in the northeast of Thailand. With an area of 2,168 square kilometers, it has the privilege of…
The best of Sukhothai: the ancient capital of Thailand
Exploring the Ancient Ruins of Sukhothai: Thailand’s First Capital. During our trip through Thailand, we spent a day exploring the ruins of Sukhothai, the country’s first capital and the cradle of Thai culture. Founded in the 13th century, this ancient…
Without an Apparent Destination, a blog to backpackers
After 5 days in Thailand, today marks the start of this blog titled Sin Destino Aparente (Without an Apparent Destination). Initially, this blog is meant for family and friends to follow how our journey through Southeast Asia is going. It…
Crossing the land border between China and Vietnam: Basic guide
During my stay in Yunnan (China), I crossed the land border between China and Vietnam, passing through Hekou (Yunnan, China) and Lao Cai (Vietnam). It had been five years since my first visit to Vietnam, and I was eager to…
Living in China: 5 Curiosities that will Surprise You
Living in China is quite an experience and, after 7 years in China, if there is one thing I have been able to prove is that this country is so different that it surprises you every day. Even when you’ve…
Travel tips for Thailand: for backpackers and solo travelers
Are you planning a trip to Thailand on your own? If so, here’s a list of travel tips for Thailand that will help you avoid unpleasant surprises and make the most of your experience. Although Thailand is a very touristy…
One day in Phnom Penh: Choeung Ek Killing Fields and the S-21 Prison
What to see in Phnom Penh is just one day? If you are traveling on short notice and can only stay one day in Phnom Penh, there are two places you can’t miss: the Choeung Ek Killing Fields and the…
Southeast Asia Routes: best 3 routes starting in Thailand
There are many Southeast Asia Routes worth do it. Many people ask me about which route to take in Southeast Asia and how long to stay in each country. The reality is that there are hundreds of combinations depending on…
What to do in Xishuangbanna: A Yunnan hidden treasure
Jinghong (景洪) is the capital of Xishuangbanna Autonomous Prefecture (西双版纳). Located in China, in the southwest of Yunnan, 400km from Kunming, Xishuangbanna borders Laos and Myanmar. They call it the “little Chinese Thailand” thanks to the cultural and architectural heritage left…